Discover the Grandeur of the Hofburg Palace

Visiting the Hofburg Palace is definitely one of the must-do things in Austria. Also known as the Imperial Palace, the Hofburg Palace covers such a huge area that it’s thought to be a city within a city. The total complex of the palace covers 59 acres, including 18 individual building collections, 19 gorgeous courtyards, and an incredible 2,600 rooms. There’s so much to explore within the palace that you could easily spend a full day here.

If you’re in a rush, make sure you find time to visit the Imperial Apartments. They’re one of the favorite parts of the Hofburg Palace. In their heyday, they were the residences of some of the most important people in Vienna. They’ve hardly been changed in centuries to help you imagine what they looked like when they were at their finest. The original artwork, furniture, and fabrics are still there.